Framing Carpenter – Siding & Soffit Experience
$23–$30/hour DOE | Full-Time | Helena, MT
Montana Caliber Construction is looking for an experienced Framing Carpenter to join our crews in Helena.
We need someone with hands-on experience in residential framing, siding, soffit/fascia, and general carpentry. This is not an entry-level position. We are looking for someone who can contribute immediately, work efficiently with a crew, follow direction, and take pride in quality workmanship.
PAY AND BENEFITS
$23–$30/hour, depending on experience. Full-time, approximately 40 hours per week.
Company phone and laptop provided from day one
Paid time off and paid holidays after 90 days
Direct Primary Care membership after 6 months. Montana Caliber pays the full $65 per month. Unlimited visits for anything outside emergency care, with no copays and no deductibles: sick visits, physicals, chronic condition management, minor procedures, and direct access to your provider by phone and text. Discounted labs, imaging, and medications. Direct Primary Care is a membership practice, not major medical insurance.
401(k) with 2% company match after 6 months
Company vehicle after 6 months; mileage reimbursement when using your own vehicle
Opportunity for advancement
WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING
Residential wood framing
Siding installation
Soffit and fascia installation
Residential remodeling and new construction
Window and door installation
Rough and general carpentry
Reading plans, measurements, and layouts
Safely operating hand and power tools
Working from ladders and elevated work areas
Maintaining clean and safe jobsites
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR
Required:
Previous professional carpentry or construction experience
Experience with residential framing and/or siding
Ability to accurately measure, cut, layout, and install materials
Ability to safely operate common construction tools
Own hand tools and framing bags
Reliable transportation to jobsites
Dependable attendance and punctuality
Ability to follow directions and communicate with supervisors
Ability to perform the physical requirements of construction work
Commitment to jobsite safety and quality workmanship
Strongly Preferred:
Framing experience
Siding experience
Soffit and fascia experience
Residential remodeling experience
Window and door installation experience
Ability to read construction plans
Ability to work independently with limited supervision
STARTING PAY
Starting pay is based on demonstrated experience and skill level.
Candidates seeking the higher end of the $23–$30/hour range should be able to independently perform common framing and carpentry tasks, accurately complete measurements and layout, properly install siding/soffit/fascia, safely operate construction tools, and consistently produce quality work with limited supervision.
THE PERSON WE'RE LOOKING FOR
Skill matters, but so does reliability.
We're looking for someone who shows up, works hard, communicates, follows directions, takes responsibility for their work, and takes pride in doing the job correctly.
If you're an experienced carpenter or framer looking for full-time construction work in the Helena area, we'd like to hear from you.
Montana Caliber Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.
Pay: $23.00 - $30.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid time off
Experience:
- framing carpentry: 2 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- driver's license (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Helena, MT 59601 (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
